Seasonal Flower Guide

So, you're trying to plan that big wedding on a budget—you're not alone there! Weddings are expensive and you have a lot of things to pay for so you shouldn't have to worry about paying an arm and a leg for wedding flowers. Want a good wedding flower idea that will help save you some cash? If you choose flowers that are in season they will be guaranteed fresh and they will be readily available (this will make them less expensive). Here is a great guide on the types of flowers available during each season of the year and the colors they come in:

Available All Year:

• Baby's Breath (white)
• Bachelor's Button (white, pink, red, or blue)
• Carnation (available in any color)
• Gardenia (white)
• Gladiolus (countless colors)
• Lily of the Valley (white and pink)
• Orchid (pink, purple, and white)
• Rose (available in any color)
• Stephanotis (white)

Winter Flowers:

• Calla Lily (white)
• Camellia (pink and white)
• Forget-Me-Not (blue)
• Holly (green with red berries)
• Ivy (various greens in color)
• Orchid (pink, white, and purple)
• Poinsettia (red, white, and pink)
• Tulip (available in many colors)

Spring Flowers:

• Anemone (available in many colors)
• Apple Blossom (white)
• Calla Lily (usually white but available in a few other colors)
• Daffodil (yellow)
• Forsythia (yellow)
• Geranium (red and pink)
• Hyacinth (white, purple, or pink)
• Iris (many colors available)
• Jonquil (pale yellow)
• Lilac (violet or white)
• Larkspur (blue)
• Magnolia (white)
• Narcissus (white)
• Orange Blossom (white)
• Tulip (available in any color)
• Violetrichly (purple)

Summer Flowers:

• Aster (available in white, pink, and rose)
• Calla Lily (available in several colors)
• Daisy (white with a tiny bit of yellow)
• Hydrangea (purple)
• Forget-Me-Not (blue)
• Peony (available in pink, magenta, or white)
• Sweet Pea (available in many colors)
•  Zinnia (red, orange, or pink)

Fall Flowers:

• Aster (white, pink, or rose)
• Chrysanthemum (red, gold, or white)
• Dahlia (available in many colors)
• Marigold (gold and red)
• Zinnia (red, orange, or pink)

Achieve Balance

In flower arranging it is important that the finished product is positioned and secured correctly in its container. By achieving this you achieve “balance” which is an essential element in the flower arranging process. Visible balance is what makes the entire arrangement pleasing to the eye. The two main types of balance are called “symmetrical balance” and “asymmetrical balance” and both are defined below:

• Symmetrical balance: is when flowers placed in a container can be split exactly down the middle and both sides are so much alike that they appear almost as reflections of one another. This is achieved by placing the same flowers on both sides in the same pattern.
• Asymmetrical balance: is when flowers placed in a container and split down the middle do not appear as reflections of one another. Even though they appear different, however, they have the same visual weight.

Flower Types in an Arrangement

All flowers are shaped differently; some flowers are big and fat, others are tall and skinny, and some are tiny and come in clusters. And, all of these flowers have different uses. The types of flowers used in floral arrangements fall into three different categories: line flowers, focal flowers, and filler flowers.

Line flowers: are tall and have blossoms that are close to the stem (like liatris, stock, Canterbury bells, etc.)

Focal flowers: single stem, compact flowers that demand the attention of the viewer. They are placed in the center of the arrangement as well as along the edges of the container (roses, magnolias, peonies, etc.)

Filler flowers: Are used to fill the spaces between the line and focal flowers and give the arrangement a fuller appearance. They have clusters of individual flowers on one stem (baby's breath, denzia, pom-poms, etc.)

Be Prepared Before Ordering Flowers

So, you've been shopping online for hours to find the perfect flowers to send to your sweetie and you finally found them. They're absolutely perfect and you know she/he will love them but what do you do now? Finding the flowers is half the battle, now you have to send them. It isn't difficult to order flowers online but there are some things you should have on hand. To avoid a mad dash to locate everything at once, here's a little list of things you will be prompted to give:

• To whom the flowers are to be sent
• Full shipping address
• Phone number of the person receiving the flowers
• Desired delivery date
• Message you would like written on the card
• Your name, phone number, and address
• Payment information

A Good Florist Will Do What's Best for You

As a consumer you want and deserve the best and your florist should give it to you. When deciding on a florist, make sure that their merchandise is up to par. Are the flowers fresh? Is there a good selection? If you think that you've found a florist that you like that provides you with these things, browse around some other places in the area to see how they compare. The florist that you select should stand out in the crowd.

In addition to carrying quality products, a good florist will provide you with the supplies and instructions that you need to care for your purchase. The florists should walk you through the steps on how to properly care for your flowers or plant. In addition, they should provide you with a small supply of plant food and some instructions on how to maximize the life of your purchase.

Don't Overdue the Floral Gift for a New Girlfriend?

Let's be honest, birthday gifts can be really hard to pick out, especially if it's a gift for a new romantic interest.

• If you want to give a new girlfriend birthday flowers be careful—you don't want to overdo it.
• If the relationship is fairly new, red roses aren't the best route to take—we all know that roses are a universal symbol for love.
• If you want to buy your new honey some birthday flowers, why not invest in some beautiful, a colorful bouquet of daisies, or some breathtaking wild flowers—or a mixed of all three.

A mixed bouquet is always an appropriate choice for any occasion. This type of an arrangement will let the person know that you are thinking about them without going overboard. Say “I care” without saying too much.

Birthday Flower Arrangements are for Everyone

It's inevitable—everyone has a birthday. And, with so many birthdays it can be hard to keep track of all of them. If a birthday sneaks up on you and you're short on shopping time, have no fear. Chances are you have a florist near your home, and an online site can find them quickly.

There are so many types of plants that you will definitely be able to find something perfect for anyone. Whether the birthday person is male, female, lover, friend, or family member, birthday flower arrangements can be designed to deliver the exact message that you are trying to get across.